So, while I’m still in a good mood about radiation, let’s come up with all the hokey jokes about the topic and get them behind us. For instance, when you see me there’s no need to say, “My,

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Today is my last day before radiation begins; it seems almost surreal. Nine weeks ago, I was having surgery; five weeks ago, I said farewell to Duane the drain; and two weeks ago, I got a

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We were supposed to have company for the weekend, but in the end the visit was postponed. Honestly, as much as I wanted to see one of my dearest friends and her husband, it was the right decision.

Instead, I’ve

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There are things you take for granted until you can’t do them. Then you realize how important reclaiming that ability is. In cases of stroke, for instance, I imagine that often the patient never regains full recovery. At least not

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Last night I lay in bed, coaxing sleep to come. It didn’t accept the invitation.  So I began thinking about all the things I’ve been able to do that I couldn’t do four weeks ago. For instance, Duane

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